I'm not surprised to see you like this pistol. I'm enjoying mine and have been shooting it a great deal the last week or two. There's something about the ergonomics of this thing that make me just want to pick it up and shoot it some more. There are a lot of nice polymer pistols out there these days, but this one feels great in the hand and has a feel of solid quality. Of course, it's FN, not exactly a fly-by-night gun maker. :-) By the way, good to see and chat with you at the NRA meeting.
We both have equally large hands, and it's rare that I find a pistol that fits my huge mitts so well. The 509 certainly fits the bill. I'm glad to hear you're enjoying yours as well. I was pleasantly surprised at how nice it shot. As I mention in the video, while I love the P10C, the 509 has more pleasant recoil impulse. It was fun catching up with you and John at NRA.
I really love this pistol...so accurate. I was a little disappointed that it didn't do that well in the gauntlet but I will still carry it when I'm not in a swamp.
I happened into a LNIB 509 at my local watering hole for $425. I have been EXTREMELY impressed with it. I use the straight backstrap. I also used the MCARBO spring kit. It has a crisp 4.75 lbs trigger pull. I also fit a set of orange Tritium Ameriglo Sig #8 Hackathorn sights. With Underwood's 124gr GDHP +P+, it makes one tiny ragged hole at 30-feet. It is quickly becoming my favorite. Thanks for the video.
About a year ago my wife *discovered* I was ammosexual. Initially she was appalled. I introduced her to my collection of "toys" and, through some gentle coaxing I brought her in on the action. As is usually the case with adventurous and fun women, once she understood that *I* wouldn't judge her for enjoying it -- well, now she's fully into it! These days, we regularly share our ammosexual adventures with likeminded hedonists and regularly throw our cares and concerns downrange at 2000 - 3000 feet per second... :)
Nothing makes your day better than when you get off work, grab some dinner, pop a beer open and phone goes *blip* > "Military Arms Channel uploaded a new video"
This FN 509 has been my carry weapons since I got it. I like shooting it better than the CZ P10c which I also have. I agree the recoil is very soft and the grip texturing it about perfect nowhere as near aggressive as the CZ P10c. Mine had a smooth trigger out of the box. I paid well under $600 for mine at my LGS. 17-rd magazine is about the perfect load for a magazine and that's a plus to me. Thanks for the video. I sure will be interested in the gauntlet trial.
Will - I thought I had answer this, but I guess not. I happened to have a Bravo Concealment holster made for my S&W M&P Pro C.O.R.E. 4.25" bbl which to my surprise fit the FN 509 perfectly. It snaps into the holster and covers the trigger perfectly. It's not hard to draw out either. I don't think I could have gotten another kydex holster that fit this pistol so well.
You got a sub man, great videos. Love the amount of detail included and, more importantly, the lack of battle uniform clothing and excessive use of self-made acronyms like some other TH-camrs.
Thanks for the sub! It's greatly appreciated. We're just shooters. I'm not tactical, that left my body decades ago. I'm a life long shooter and collector. I'm glad you enjoy the show.
FN makes good firearms and honestly I love my 509. I did however have two issues with the firearm, one of them was a major issue but was easy enough to resolve. First issue is that I am definitely not used to a European/combat Zero. I did end up changing out the factory sights to remedy that issue. When using the same site picture and point of aim that I would use with a Glock I was hitting about three inches low at 50 ft. The major issue was the fact that the striker broke after somewhere between 600 and 700 rounds. I replaced the striker with a heavy duty machined stainless steel aftermarket striker and I haven't had any other issues after that. It has been through multiple classes now and even though I had those issues it is still a handgun that I trust, and it is extremely accurate.
I had a very bad experience with American steel ammo. I had a complete lockup with my glock 22. It was just slightly out of battery and the slide would just not come back( dead trigger as well) . I had to use a mallet to get it loose. The American steel also produces more sparks out the muzzle when firing than any other ammo I have run. I just finished up the last of the 500 rounds I bought and i am glad it is gone.
Really glad you are starting this review and taking it through the gauntlet test, really looking forward to that test! It'll make or break my decision to buy it.
I had the opportunity to shoot this pistol about 2 weeks ago. The FN rep was in our local gun shop and We got to talking. Long story short I put about 50 rounds through it. My thoughts were good ergos, goes on target naturally, good sights, uncomfortable slide release, decent trigger but sloppy take up on the reset. Equals Nothing to right home about.
salve wanderlei! pelo menos o exército já tá começando a liberar a importação mais livre de armas... daqui a pouco o estatuto do desarmamento cai tb. Brasil!
DyingIsMyLatestFashion então mano sai caro pra caramba, mas a brisa eh q agr o mercado tá abrindo e eh possivel q msm quem não seja cac consiga comprar umas pistolas importadas em um futuro próximo
Got mine last week. for $569.. But only 2 mags? ugh polished it in a few spots and wow Love the trigger now! .. fits me just fine, but front and back grips just a bit more aggressive than I like, that's just me.. Internals like well made. I'm happy so far. Wanted the new CZ and or Beretta but not around here yet. I settled for this and glad I did.
Awesome video sir. I look forward to hearing more about this gun. I briefly fondled a few of them at NRA this year and really liked them. It will most likely be my next carry gun. Thanks for all you do!
Ambi is not just for left-handed shooters; some of us still believe in swapping hands depending on the cover we’re using at the time. Also with our hands wrapping around the gun they frequently get injured by return fire - they are right in the “X” zone... I am a lefty, however.......... Pete.
I like your reviews and I didn't realize this firearm was available when I just purchased a FNS-.40 about 2 weeks ago, haven't fired it yet but will very soon ...
Thank you for the video! Just a couple of quick comments (apologies if these are redundant - I did not comb through all of the comments posted here guys): 1) I got mine well below $600. In fact, the retail price was right at $520. 2) Night sights for these, should you be so inclined to put your own on, are Sig #8/#8 (straight from FN). Happy shooting guys, and be safe! Thanks MAC, can't wait for the Gauntlet!!!
Good vid, went well with breakfast. I've never been disappointed with any FN firearm. I'd like to see "recoil impulse" judged when shooting some real world +P duty ammo as opposed to just range ammo. Looking forward to the Gauntlet. Keep'em coming.
Very nice firearm. I just bought the TP9SFX so this will have to wait. There offering 3 free mags with purchase till August 31. Total 5 mags is a sweet deal.
I rented an FNS at my local range to give it a try a couple years ago and after only about 50 rounds or so, my hand was actually hurting quite badly because of the grip texturing.
I work at Mega Sports Inc in Plainfield IL, we just got the 509's in at $529. Just wanted to update the street price, or at least what we're seeing them at here
+Andy Rodriguez That's a great price. You're not far from us, but I have to delve deep behind communist lines to come visit you guys. 😀 You're always welcome to come by and chat with us here in the free state of Indiana. 😄 Just ribbing you. That is a good price though.
Im really liking the strong US military vibes that come with FN products. Any compatibility with fns mags and or whats ballpark mag pricing? great stuff man!
It's not based on the FNS, it's based on the FNS Compact and it's not their MHS submission either. It's the result of research with target customers (military and LE) from the MHS that led to several improvements to CREATE the FN 509. I got all this just from reading a few online articles. If it's this easy to get it right maybe I need to start an Arms channel.
I will try this gun out sometime. I have a feeling it will fit my hand well. I am a bit concerned about the ejection. It seems slightly lethargic, however if it keeps working without problems, then I guess it does not really matter....we will see with some more testing.
Great video! I have 3 FNS guns and an FNP-45. I also tried the 509 at my LGS, the striker system seems almost identical to my FNS pistols, not a rework of a hammer-fired gun. Trigger seem IDENTICAL. Rather than $649 and 2 mags, I get 3 and night sights on my FNS for $440. Only difference I honestly see is the stippling, and I agree with you that the FNS can feel harsh.
This might explain why I got the FNS with NS and 3 mags for $399 around Thanksgiving. I really like that gun..the grips are a tad on the aggressive side though.
What do you think of having the shorter barrel and slide with a longer 17 round grip? Do you think the gun would be more of a winner with a shorter grip/15 round Mag and a bit lower price point?
It might just be me but it looked like there was an issue with ejection. I know that it may have been the camera angle, but it looked liked the shells were only being thrown a foot or two from the pistol.
Interesting that hickck45 could not drop the slide with his left hand. I doubt seriously it had anything to do with his strength. Could your gun and hickok45's gun be that different? Do you have an opinion on this?
I'm not surprised to see you like this pistol. I'm enjoying mine and have been shooting it a great deal the last week or two. There's something about the ergonomics of this thing that make me just want to pick it up and shoot it some more. There are a lot of nice polymer pistols out there these days, but this one feels great in the hand and has a feel of solid quality. Of course, it's FN, not exactly a fly-by-night gun maker. :-) By the way, good to see and chat with you at the NRA meeting.
hickok45 you are awesome!
We both have equally large hands, and it's rare that I find a pistol that fits my huge mitts so well. The 509 certainly fits the bill. I'm glad to hear you're enjoying yours as well. I was pleasantly surprised at how nice it shot. As I mention in the video, while I love the P10C, the 509 has more pleasant recoil impulse. It was fun catching up with you and John at NRA.
Hey two of my favorite content creators! Cool!
hickok45 you convinced me on the fns9c and now you're pulling my leg on the 509!
Smoke a little pot for me Hickok
I really love this pistol...so accurate. I was a little disappointed that it didn't do that well in the gauntlet but I will still carry it when I'm not in a swamp.
I happened into a LNIB 509 at my local watering hole for $425. I have been EXTREMELY impressed with it. I use the straight backstrap. I also used the MCARBO spring kit. It has a crisp 4.75 lbs trigger pull. I also fit a set of orange Tritium Ameriglo Sig #8 Hackathorn sights. With Underwood's 124gr GDHP +P+, it makes one tiny ragged hole at 30-feet. It is quickly becoming my favorite. Thanks for the video.
Good setup
Hickok45 is absolutely right in that the ergonomics of the FN are truly phenomenal.
About a year ago my wife *discovered* I was ammosexual. Initially she was appalled. I introduced her to my collection of "toys" and, through some gentle coaxing I brought her in on the action. As is usually the case with adventurous and fun women, once she understood that *I* wouldn't judge her for enjoying it -- well, now she's fully into it!
These days, we regularly share our ammosexual adventures with likeminded hedonists and regularly throw our cares and concerns downrange at 2000 - 3000 feet per second... :)
Amir Guy LOL that's funny as hell
That beard puts Sam at tier 3 top echelon operator status. Much respect.
looking forward for the gauntlet on both the FN and CZ P10C
its still fun!
DyingIsMyLatestFashion it exposes potential failure modes, which *is* something
I really like the left handed opinion you guys have added to the videos.
The FNS-9 has become my favorite handgun. So I got a FNS-9C and it's a carry gun dream come true.
The FN 509 looks like another excellent offering.
cool man I am Kurdish soldier fighting against Isis and you have my support
yep I will not let some dumb people give Bad Name to My Religion and my people
kurdsh Empire I love you
God bless you and keep you safe at your tasks.
Well thank you for your service. Give them hell soldier!
jsdima9113 thanks
Nothing makes your day better than when you get off work, grab some dinner, pop a beer open and phone goes *blip* > "Military Arms Channel uploaded a new video"
SpeedoGaming Groupie
where are you in the world where you are eating dinner at 10 am EST. ?
ihurricane7 your comment is only 47 minutes old but it's 1:38 PM on the east coast
Thanks and I hope you had a great Friday.
In Finland, 5pm gmt+2 mate :P
This FN 509 has been my carry weapons since I got it. I like shooting it better than the CZ P10c which I also have. I agree the recoil is very soft and the grip texturing it about perfect nowhere as near aggressive as the CZ P10c. Mine had a smooth trigger out of the box. I paid well under $600 for mine at my LGS. 17-rd magazine is about the perfect load for a magazine and that's a plus to me. Thanks for the video. I sure will be interested in the gauntlet trial.
jealous you can have 17 round mags. ->from CT. :(
Jim Chapman where did u get holster and is it iwb. Thanks.
Will - I thought I had answer this, but I guess not. I happened to have a Bravo Concealment holster made for my S&W M&P Pro C.O.R.E. 4.25" bbl which to my surprise fit the FN 509 perfectly. It snaps into the holster and covers the trigger perfectly. It's not hard to draw out either. I don't think I could have gotten another kydex holster that fit this pistol so well.
Jim Chapman thanks I'm on the hunt now. Just put 350 through mine trigger cleaned up quickly measuring at 6#
Love it! After just 350+ rounds, the trigger is much better easier & smoother. No regrets. Nice video!
Gary D'oL Amen brother. I'm in love with my 509 too.
I'm still rocking an old FNP 9 and love it.
I bought an FN509 MRD and it's arrived! I'm excited but now I have a 2 week waiting period in WA.
Greetings from NYC. I have been as huge fan of yours for years. Keep up the good content. Can't wait to leave for a freedom state.
Thank you and keep fighting the good fight in NYC!
Thanks will do!
NYC is like Europe. It ain't 'Merica. 🤠🤠
I too am from NY and I hope you escaped. I’m currently in the free state of KY!
Down to $399 now on GB. Probably will get one.
Picked one up yesterday $429 on clearance at rural king
That reasonable ! Whats your take ?
when I started watching the video and you revealed the "Gauntlet", it put a smile on my face
Good to see you Sam again, back in videos. Nice review.
You shirt just brightened my messed up day. I appreciate everything you guys do.
Still waiting on my local gun shop to get my 509 order in but very excited to see this video wile I'm waiting for it to arrive.
You got a sub man, great videos. Love the amount of detail included and, more importantly, the lack of battle uniform clothing and excessive use of self-made acronyms like some other TH-camrs.
Thanks for the sub! It's greatly appreciated. We're just shooters. I'm not tactical, that left my body decades ago. I'm a life long shooter and collector. I'm glad you enjoy the show.
After being a machine gunner in the mountains I can agree to the tactical leaving my body as well. haha
Awesome video man. The 509 is my next purchase. I'm really impressed with how well it tracks and how soft it shoots.
awesome to get those guys out Mac.
FN makes good firearms and honestly I love my 509. I did however have two issues with the firearm, one of them was a major issue but was easy enough to resolve. First issue is that I am definitely not used to a European/combat Zero. I did end up changing out the factory sights to remedy that issue. When using the same site picture and point of aim that I would use with a Glock I was hitting about three inches low at 50 ft. The major issue was the fact that the striker broke after somewhere between 600 and 700 rounds. I replaced the striker with a heavy duty machined stainless steel aftermarket striker and I haven't had any other issues after that. It has been through multiple classes now and even though I had those issues it is still a handgun that I trust, and it is extremely accurate.
I like that slow camera turn while shooting 👌🏻
Does the weak ejection raise any concerns. It looks like it's already gone through the elemental test.
Was just thinking that.
Chris McDonald my fnx has weak ejection but it has been reliable. I have allot of rounds through FNH and they have always been a good company
It's a non issue for me so far. I only have 600ish rounds down the barrel but its never jammed on me.
My fns 9 had kinda weak ejection for the the first 300-400 rounds, but since then it's been good, almost like a break in period.
NODAK WILLY Huh, that's interesting.
Tim I love that you guys have started use rails for the camera. Looks so cool! Keep up the great work!
+Raul Rodrigues Thanks! I'm glad some folks noticed. This is our first video using the new kit from Kessler Crane.
I had a very bad experience with American steel ammo. I had a complete lockup with my glock 22. It was just slightly out of battery and the slide would just not come back( dead trigger as well) . I had to use a mallet to get it loose. The American steel also produces more sparks out the muzzle when firing than any other ammo I have run. I just finished up the last of the 500 rounds I bought and i am glad it is gone.
Really glad you are starting this review and taking it through the gauntlet test, really looking forward to that test! It'll make or break my decision to buy it.
good stuff
Mrgunsngear Channel where's your reviews on it man I don't buy a gun without yours and Mac opinion. Lol
I will try and stop by the shop on Tuesday the 23rd on my way to Road America to say hello and check out all the toys.
I hope they don't skip over the "Block 19" footprint and only produce a subcompact and full-size. This could be a nice 14/15rd 9mm carry option.
I want one so bad. I love FNs products they are really high quality
I just got one the other day with trijicon night sights for $519. Love my 320, and this one is hot as well. God bless the USA
FNH make great guns. I wish you'd give the FNS a chance, I know it would really grow on you as it did on me.
Nice camera work, I like the slow pan around close ups, it should be a regular thing. I agree, this looks more appealing than the old FNS.
Just purchased a midsize, can't wait for it to arrive.
Good to know about the trigger soothing out, because it felt pretty bad to me. Also, I've been seeing these for $540-560 in PA and Ohio. Not bad imo.
I JUST PURCHASED THIS FIREARM TODAY. IM REALLY LOOKING FORWAED TO SHOOTING IT. GREAT VIDEO. THANK YOU FOR SHARING. TAKE CARE.
fns msrp was the same at one point but quickly dropped off to under 500.00 US! Love my fns and cant wait to get my hands on this too!
I had the opportunity to shoot this pistol about 2 weeks ago. The FN rep was in our local gun shop and We got to talking. Long story short I put about 50 rounds through it. My thoughts were good ergos, goes on target naturally, good sights, uncomfortable slide release, decent trigger but sloppy take up on the reset. Equals Nothing to right home about.
Love these reviews and the thought processes behind them. Thanks
We need this kind of weapon in Brazil in the current situation that we find pity that the freedom we have here is only illusion
thanks kk, i preference the gun :)
Wanderlei Ferreira , you could just use some good old fashioned Brazilian jujitsu to take your enemies out
kk too
salve wanderlei! pelo menos o exército já tá começando a liberar a importação mais livre de armas... daqui a pouco o estatuto do desarmamento cai tb. Brasil!
DyingIsMyLatestFashion então mano sai caro pra caramba, mas a brisa eh q agr o mercado tá abrindo e eh possivel q msm quem não seja cac consiga comprar umas pistolas importadas em um futuro próximo
Got mine last week. for $569.. But only 2 mags? ugh polished it in a few spots and wow Love the trigger now! .. fits me just fine, but front and back grips just a bit more aggressive than I like, that's just me.. Internals like well made. I'm happy so far. Wanted the new CZ and or Beretta but not around here yet. I settled for this and glad I did.
Awesome video sir. I look forward to hearing more about this gun. I briefly fondled a few of them at NRA this year and really liked them. It will most likely be my next carry gun. Thanks for all you do!
Well played Sir....well played indeed.
Real nice gun just picked one up ,feels great and shoots great
Tim's still got the knife hands sharp! Rah!
Mac, I have to say its exciting to know about the upcoming firearms for the reliability test. Keep the great content coming!
Picked one up instead of my planned CZ P10C. I think ot was a better choice.
Johnny Salaza it is
Johnny Salaza
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Ended up picking a CZ P10C for comparison
So which do you prefer?
Ambi is not just for left-handed shooters; some of us still believe in swapping hands depending on the cover we’re using at the time. Also with our hands wrapping around the gun they frequently get injured by return fire - they are right in the “X” zone... I am a lefty, however.......... Pete.
I like your reviews and I didn't realize this firearm was available when I just purchased a FNS-.40 about 2 weeks ago, haven't fired it yet but will very soon ...
157th view! Damn, i've never been this early to a MAC video before. Already liked before i've even watched it all. Keep up the great work Tim
Thanks my friend. :)
Greeting from Scotland btw!
i have always loved fn along with walther firearms.
2 wise choices
Thank you for the video! Just a couple of quick comments (apologies if these are redundant - I did not comb through all of the comments posted here guys): 1) I got mine well below $600. In fact, the retail price was right at $520. 2) Night sights for these, should you be so inclined to put your own on, are Sig #8/#8 (straight from FN). Happy shooting guys, and be safe! Thanks MAC, can't wait for the Gauntlet!!!
Yeah, I've seen them in the $529 price range.
Excited to see how it does! I'm also hoping you will run Ruger's new American pistol through the gauntlet as well.
89Hols Ive been asking Tim for months and he hasn't even responded. I think it would do well!
It's so much nicer aesthetically than the CZ. Both look to be great pistols and I look forward to trying them when I'm next in the US!
Very nice this one. ...it is the one FN that I would like to own.
Run the HK VP9SK through your tests to see if it fails like the VP9 please.
You did it again! Another great video!
I'm looking forward to the gauntlet test. Great review guys
I love my FN 509 Midsize MRD
Good vid, went well with breakfast. I've never been disappointed with any FN firearm. I'd like to see "recoil impulse" judged when shooting some real world +P duty ammo as opposed to just range ammo. Looking forward to the Gauntlet. Keep'em coming.
Very nice firearm. I just bought the TP9SFX so this will have to wait. There offering 3 free mags with purchase till August 31. Total 5 mags is a sweet deal.
From now on, when you shoot it you have to say, "Giddy up 509!"
Hey, great review as always keep up the great work.
I rented an FNS at my local range to give it a try a couple years ago and after only about 50 rounds or so, my hand was actually hurting quite badly because of the grip texturing.
I work at Mega Sports Inc in Plainfield IL, we just got the 509's in at $529. Just wanted to update the street price, or at least what we're seeing them at here
+Andy Rodriguez That's a great price. You're not far from us, but I have to delve deep behind communist lines to come visit you guys. 😀 You're always welcome to come by and chat with us here in the free state of Indiana. 😄 Just ribbing you. That is a good price though.
Great, my list just got bigger LOL! Great video!
Im really liking the strong US military vibes that come with FN products. Any compatibility with fns mags and or whats ballpark mag pricing? great stuff man!
P10c. All day. Love that gun.
It's not based on the FNS, it's based on the FNS Compact and it's not their MHS submission either. It's the result of research with target customers (military and LE) from the MHS that led to several improvements to CREATE the FN 509. I got all this just from reading a few online articles. If it's this easy to get it right maybe I need to start an Arms channel.
That slider is epic!
I will try this gun out sometime. I have a feeling it will fit my hand well.
I am a bit concerned about the ejection. It seems slightly lethargic, however if it keeps working without problems, then I guess it does not really matter....we will see with some more testing.
Which would you say is a better handgun for the money...FN 509 or Arex Rex Zero 1s?
Great video! I have 3 FNS guns and an FNP-45. I also tried the 509 at my LGS, the striker system seems almost identical to my FNS pistols, not a rework of a hammer-fired gun. Trigger seem IDENTICAL. Rather than $649 and 2 mags, I get 3 and night sights on my FNS for $440. Only difference I honestly see is the stippling, and I agree with you that the FNS can feel harsh.
Can't wait to see it run the reliability test!
This might explain why I got the FNS with NS and 3 mags for $399 around Thanksgiving. I really like that gun..the grips are a tad on the aggressive side though.
2000 grit sandpaper works well and can't tell you touched it
Wow, looks like zero muzzle flip!!! Got this for $400 shipped brand new yesterday
I can't wait to see the torture test FN 509
Good camera work guys! pro! :)
Can't wait for the Gauntlet!!!
any HK USP reliability test PLEASE
That American Still is a very good practice ammo.
you look exactly like Dixie Dave from the band Weedeater 🤘keep the vids coming!
What do you think of having the shorter barrel and slide with a longer 17 round grip? Do you think the gun would be more of a winner with a shorter grip/15 round Mag and a bit lower price point?
Would you say it shoots better then the sig 320....
My 509 is a brutal combat pistol. Not a soft shooter but very accurate.
It might just be me but it looked like there was an issue with ejection. I know that it may have been the camera angle, but it looked liked the shells were only being thrown a foot or two from the pistol.
thanks MAC
Iv8888 has a Mk.23, could you please borrow it and do the reliability test on it?
Hey MAC...How about running the 509 and FNX 45 Tactical through the gauntlet at the same time?
Arsenal Stryk B. Are you guys gonna test one?
greetings from wild South of germany. nice video
Thanks for watching!
I'm still over here hoping to see the Sphinx vs the CZ 75 P-01!!
Interesting that hickck45 could not drop the slide with his left hand. I doubt seriously it had anything to do with his strength. Could your gun and hickok45's gun be that different?
Do you have an opinion on this?
How do you feel this compares to the CZ P10 for reliability, maintenance, and accuracy?
Will there be a gauntlet test of the FN FNX9 in the future?